Liverpool Permanently Retires Diogo Jota’s No. 20 Jersey Across All Teams in Honor of Late Forward
Liverpool Football Club has announced the permanent retirement of the number 20 jersey across all levels of the club to honor the late Portuguese forward Diogo Jota. Jota, who joined Liverpool in 2020 and previously played for Wolves, tragically passed away in a car accident in Spain earlier this month alongside his brother Andre Silva. The decision to retire his number was made in close consultation with his wife and family.
The club emphasized that the number 20 jersey symbolized Jota’s pride, dedication, and leadership during his time at Liverpool, where he played a key role in many important victories. This gesture aims to immortalize his legacy and ensure that he will never be forgotten by the club, teammates, and supporters alike.
Liverpool’s statement highlighted not only Jota’s significant contributions on the pitch over five years but also the deep personal impact he had within the team and the wider club community. The retirement applies to all squads, including Liverpool Women and the Academy, reflecting the enduring bond Jota formed with everyone at the club.
As condolences continue to pour in, Liverpool and Jota’s family paid tribute together recently, with the club confirming that their upcoming preseason friendly against Preston will go ahead with planned commemorations to honor the player’s memory.
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